Sr Sales Forecasting Analyst

At Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc., a leading designer, marketer and distributor of small household and commercial appliances, our culture is one of hard work, ethical behavior, and teamwork. We roll up our sleeves and work hard to create products that have been pleasing customers for over 100 years. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes health, dental, and vision insurances, HSA contributions, Profit Sharing, and a 401(k) plan with vested contributions beginning Day One. We provide paid vacation and holidays, summer hours and a paid charitable day off. To offset the cost of staying fit we offer a quarterly subsidy, and you can purchase our products at a discounted cost. We have a casual dress code, flexible hours, and development opportunities. These are just a few of the advantages of working for this dynamic company.

We are seeking qualified candidates for a Sr. Sales Forecasting Analyst at our Corporate facility located in Glen Allen, VA. The role involves analyzing sales forecasts and collaborating with personnel to recommend changes, while generating and maintaining reports using Logility, Cognos, and Excel for supply chain distribution. Additionally, it requires communication of supply issues due to forecast changes, summarizing trends for senior management, maintaining system settings, and assisting with special projects as needed. This position is hybrid, on-site 3 days per week.

Responsibilities of the position include:

• Analyze forecasts supplied by Sales personnel. Make recommendations for forecast changes based upon analysis performed. Request calculations and/or documentation that support the sales forecast. Collaborate on this information and arrive at a consensus forecast.
• Analyze forecasts companywide Develop, maintain and generate reports for distribution throughout Supply Chain using the Logility software, Cognos and Excel
• Develop and maintain reports to analyze forecasts - reports may be account specific depending upon requirements.
• Communicate issues with supply that result from forecast changes and/or customer order patterns and vice versa.
• Responsible for summarizing forecast trends, issues and opportunities, and preparing recommendations for actions for assigned accounts.
• System maintenance including new items, Logility settings, etc.
• Written and Verbal Internal Communication with Senior Management to explain/defend the forecast
• Assist with special projects as necessary

Requirements of the position include:

• Bachelor's degree and/or a combination of education and experience will be considered.
• 3-5 years' experience
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organization skills
• Excellent PC skills, especially using MS Excel

Desirable, but not essential requirements:

• APICS CPIM certified
• CPFR/VMI
• Logility Forecasting Suite
• Cognos

Our employees enjoy working in a tobacco-free and drug-free environment. We do not consider candidates who use tobacco products. Hamilton Beach Brands, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.E-Verify.gov.